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A Project of the Fort Williams Foundation “I Think Each Town Should Have a Park—A Common Possession Forever, for Horticultur A project of the Fort Williams Foundation “I think each town should have a park—a common possession forever, for horticulture and recreation.” — Henry David Thoreau, from an 1859 journal entry Fort Williams Park– A treasured landmark on Casco Bay and gift for all Everyone holds a favorite memory of this special place— Scientists note that invasive species are the second family picnics and baseball games, early morning walks greatest threat to global biodiversity, after loss of along salt-sprayed cliffs, vacation photos of Portland habitat. Invading plants outcompete native species for Head Light, or school field trips of discovery. sunlight, water, nutrients, and space. They change animal habitat by eliminating native foods, altering cover, and One of the most majestic coastal open spaces in the destroying nesting opportunities. Some invaders are so Greater Portland region, Fort Williams Park offers dominant that they leave no room for native species to recreation and discovery in nature to over 800,000 reproduce for the future. annual visitors from near and far. For many families in the greater Portland area it is one of the few free coastal access areas and connection to nature. Keeping it free comes with a price Following a long maritime and military history, Fort Williams was purchased by the Town of Cape Elizabeth in 1964. Rather than develop the valuable coastal property, the Town created a magnificent 90-acre public park. A gift to the community and beyond. Maintaining this unique open space has rested primarily on the generous shoulders of the citizens of Cape Elizabeth. Yet tax dollars have covered only the most basic of care of picnic and recreational areas, mowing, paving, and keeping the park safe and accessible. The community is committed to keeping the Park free, but with limited funding, the future of Fort Williams is at a critical point. We’re seeing those dynamics at Fort Williams Park. Aging oaks and shagbark hickories, saplings when George Over time invasive plants have taken a toll on the Park’s Washington’s administration funded the Portland Head ecology and historical sites, crowding out native species, Light in 1791, are dying and their offspring can’t survive. choking paths, and endangering the Park’s horticultural In 2005, an Arboricultural Study recognized that without health, accessibility and beauty. Invasives are a visible significant intervention, a horticultural crisis was reminder of limited resources. The Park is in jeopardy pending. Without a specific plan and resources, the of losing what makes it most precious—its natural and Park is losing its rich biodiversity, magnificent views are historical resources. being swallowed up, and historical sites are no longer plants. The Arboretum is pivotal in preserving and accessible through tangled overgrowth. As the Park enhancing the Park by tending and stewarding its unique nears its 50th anniversary, Fort Williams is at a tipping living ecology. point. Plantings of native trees, shrubs and groundcovers An idea takes root— will restore wildlife habitat and reverse damage done The Arboretum at Fort Williams Park by invasives. By clearing away impenetrable thickets, Now we have a chance to preserve and protect the Park’s exposed granite ledges will again become visible, old beauty and character. We can improve it by creating orchards will be rejuvenated, and ruins will provide the a living classroom demonstrating sound ecological backdrop for sustainable landscapes. practices, the importance of nature, and community Encouraging exploration and discovery—The Arboretum involvement. continues the Park’s tradition of providing free open In 2007 a small group of citizens, concerned about the space and accessibility for people of all ages, abilities, devastating encroachment of invasive vegetation in and backgrounds. Newly opened areas and views will the Park, envisioned an arboretum project as a way to entice visitors to explore the Park’s diverse environments restore the Park’s environmental health and beauty. from the rocky coastline to fields, orchards, ponds, and Since then the initiative has blossomed with more than shady glens. 400 volunteers and donors clearing land and providing Miles of walking trails will encourage wellness and leadership, administrative and financial assistance. A discovery. Interpretive signage will profile New England’s project of the Fort Williams Foundation, the Arboretum plants, highlight their horticultural connections, and has full support from the Cape Elizabeth Town Council, the illustrate their vital importance. Fort Williams Advisory Commission, and complements the Park’s recently updated Master Plan. Connecting communities to nature—The Arboretum at Fort Williams Park is the only effort in Maine to focus Incorporated within the Park, the Arboretum is the first on the restoration and education of native plants. With major initiative to reclaim the Park’s significant natural expanded opportunities for learning, volunteering resources. The fourteen landscapes either showcase the and community engagement, we are advancing the Park’s unique ecological and historic features or are at understanding of the Park’s distinctive coastal landscape particular risk. and history. A team of renowned horticulturists, master gardeners, The Arboretum project will offer budding gardeners landscape architects, and community leaders created an and naturalists educational resources, a docent Arboretum Master Plan and objectives, which include: tour program, children’s programs and volunteer Planting for the future—Protecting the Park’s opportunities. Horticultural programs and resources environment means renewal of old stands of mature will encourage people to take control of invasive plants oaks, maples and birches and native vegetation while and understand the importance of using native plants on also fighting the relentless encroachment of invasive their own properties. Cliffside progress—before, during and after completion. Rick Churchill photos. 2 The Arboretum at Fort Williams Park Growth over time—A multi-phase project ages and abilities can climb, explore and discover, The Arboretum is a multi-phase project, and it is while learning about environmental stewardship, fitting that restoration plans coincide with the 50th native plants, and the Park’s natural and historic anniversary of the Park in 2014. Design and construction significance. Preliminary ideas for the garden include of Arboretum landscapes will take several years to a child-friendly lighthouse and fort, quiet hide-away complete. In 2010, the Arboretum launched an ambitious spaces, a willow maze and adventure paths. fundraising campaign to restore 14 sites throughout the Park and establish a sustainability fund. In concert with Cliff Walk Promenade and Entrance—This dramatic fundraising and construction, the campaign is being coastal trail links Cliffside to the popular Portland coordinated in three phases. Head Light and is significantly overgrown with invasive plants. When completed, the largest site will offer Phase I: Groundbreaking for the first site, Cliffside, unparalleled vistas, horticulture selected for coastal occurred in 2010 and was completed in Summer 2012 extremes, and enhanced accessibility for visitors. after successfully raising $405,000 in gifts and in-kind Energetic volunteer teams are clearing invasive plants donations. The site was designed by Terrence J. DeWan in preparation for further improvements. & Associates with Bruce John Riddell, a landscape Lighthouse View—The landscapes around Portland architectural team that also played an important role Head Light, the primary tourist destination at Fort in the creation of the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Williams, are heavily trafficked and showing serious A thick jungle of overgrown plants and vines has been overuse. Restoring native plants and installing restored into a beautiful setting of indigenous plantings interpretive signage will inform visitors of the junction and stone walkways and paths with spectacular ocean of horticulture and history. views. Fort Williams Gateway—The Park’s entrance will Phase II: Planning for the next four priority sites has showcase native plantings and welcome visitors from started and the Foundation launched a $2.5 million near and far. campaign in Fall 2012 to fund these compelling landscapes and their sustainability. These sites are: Phase III: With the completion of Phase II, we will launch fundraising efforts for the design and restoration Children’s Garden—a place to engage the mind, of the Pond, Dogwood Park and Point, Meditation Point, inspire imagination, wonder and curiosity, and Edible Nut Grove, Fruit Orchards, Shaded Secret Garden, exercise the body throughout the year. The design Tree Succession Demonstration Site, Goddard Mansion intention for the Children’s Garden is to create an Windbreak, and Battery Keyes. accessible, educational oasis where children of all The Arboretum at Fort Williams Park 3 The Arboretum at Fort Williams Park is funded through private donations and grants. We count on our donors and volunteers to protect and reclaim one of Maine’s most important natural and historical landmarks and make the Arboretum a reality. Join us in our efforts! “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” – Chinese Proverb Phase II Sites: Design, construction, planting and interpretive signage Children’s Garden $500,000 Cliffwalk Promenade, Cliffwalk Entrance, Lighthouse View, Gateway Entrance $1,690,000 Cliffside
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